PAJINGO GOLD MINING
We're seeking an Underground Electrician to join our high-performing maintenance team at Pajingo Mine. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic underground mining environment where safety, teamwork, and operational excellence are at the heart of everything we do.
Working on a family-friendly 7 days on / 7 days off roster, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation of underground electrical infrastructure and equipment while contributing to a strong culture of safety and continuous improvement
About the Role
Reporting to the Underground Electrical Supervisor, you will:
· Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, repairs, and installations on underground electrical equipment.
· Troubleshoot and rectify electrical faults across underground plant and infrastructure.
· Conduct breakdown response and preventative maintenance activities.
· Test and commission equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
· Complete maintenance documentation and associated paperwork.
· Support and supervise electrical contractors where required.
· Identify and report hazards while promoting safe work practices.
· Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability, and operational performance.
· Participate in root cause investigations and problem-solving activities.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
Essential Requirements
· Queensland Electrical Fitter Mechanic Licence.
· Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance.
· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
· Ability to prioritise work and manage competing demands.
· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
Desirable Experience & Qualifications
· Previous experience working as an Underground Maintenance Electrician.
· High Voltage Switching qualification and experience.
· Experience with Sandvik and Epiroc underground drilling equipment.
· Fault-finding experience on SCADA, HMI, PLC and telemetry systems.
· Experience with leaky feeder communication systems.
· Exposure to SAP or other maintenance management systems.
· High Risk EWP and Forklift licences.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who:
· Demonstrates a proactive approach to safety.
· Takes ownership and delivers results.
· Works collaboratively with others.
· Adapts well to changing priorities.
· Challenges unsafe behaviours and promotes best practice.
· Consistently upholds company values and standards.
Why Join Us?
At Pajingo, safety and wellbeing come first. You'll be joining a supportive team environment where your contribution matters, your development is encouraged, and continuous improvement is part of everyday work.
If you're ready to bring your electrical expertise to a dynamic underground mining operation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of a team committed to safety, excellence, leadership, integrity, and teamwork.